Former MP Gorantla comes out on bail, deplores false cases
GUNTUR: EX-MP and YSR Congress Party leader Gorantla Madhav was released from Rajahmundry Central Jail on Tuesday after a Guntur court granted him conditional bail. He had been in judicial custody since 11 April in connection with an alleged attack on a TDP worker and escort police on 10 March. The court sanctioned bail on a surety bond of Rs 10,000 and two personal sureties. As per the conditions, Madhav must report to and sign at the Nagarampalem police station in Guntur every Saturday for the next two months. Police had arrested Madhav and five followers for allegedly assaulting TDP worker Chebrolu Kiran and escort personnel. All six have been released. Speaking to the media after his release, Madhav accused CM N Chandrababu Naidus coalition of indulging in murder politics and filing false cases against YSRCP leaders. He said illegal arrests would not deter their resolve and claimed the alliance had no future. Madhav alleged political vendetta, stating that nearly every day sees an arrest or political attack. He urged the government to focus on governance and public welfare.
Despite high demand, intense heat hits lemon yield in erstwhile Nellore district
NELLORE: While soaring temperature across North India has sharply increased the demand for lemon, farmers and traders in the erstwhile undivided Nellore district are grappling with a significant decline in the crop yield. In the first week of April, lemon prices peaked at Rs 60,000 per tonne, typically considered lucrative for growers. Everyday, more than 20 truckloads of lemons are being exported on an average from major markets like Podalakur and Gudur, with similar shipments flowing from Tenali, Eluru and Rajahmundry markets, along with various small markets in Rayalaseema region. However, market sources reveal that lemon exports have drastically come down over the past few days. Farmers attribute the dip to decline in the crop yield, and the impact of intense summer heat. The temperature is unusually high this season, and lemon trees have not borne fruit as expected. Though the demand, especially from Delhi and other northern cities, is strong, the supply cannot keep up, said S Raju, a farmer associated with Gudur lemon market. Earlier, nearly 100 truckloads of lemon were exported daily from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Now, its down to about 50 truckloads, said Narayana, a trader at Podalakur market. The lemon yield has dropped mainly because of the intense summer heat, he said. Lemon from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka is primarily exported to major northern markets, including Delhi, Lucknow, Varanasi, Mathura, Gorakhpur and Prayagraj, where the fruit is mainly used for preparation of cold beverages to beat the heat. Despite the region suffering from severe drought conditions, lemon farmers have managed to salvage a reasonably good yield this year. However, the intense heatwave has curtailed the overall output, leading to a supply-demand imbalance. Cultivation of lemon spans nearly 43,000 acres across the district, with four major markets in Nellore region - Podalakur, Venkatagiri, Jayampu and Gudur - forming the hub of lemon trade.About 15-20 trucks, each carrying nearly 20 tonnes of lemons, leave these markets daily for other States. Usually, lemon prices start declining towards the end of June as new crop arrivals begin. This year, however, the prices have held steady due to low supply, Suresh, another farmer, explained. Even though the demand is excellent, especially from Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, farmers are unable to fully capitalise on it because the lemon fruit arrivals are much lower than usual.
Vasireddy Venkatadri needs a befitting memorial in Amaravati
GUNTUR: As Andhra Pradesh prepares for the relaunch of its visionary capital city at Amaravati on May 2, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the event. This comes on the heels of the solemn observance of the 265th birth anniversary of Raja Vasireddy Venkatadri Naidu, the historic founder of ancient Amaravati, on Saturday. Raja Vasireddy Venkatadri Naidu, a towering figure in the regions history, is credited with transforming Amaravati into a thriving cultural and administrative hub centuries ago. As the State aims to build a world-class capital, historians and leaders are advocating for the recognition of his contributions in the new citys development. Dr Jasti Veeranjaneyulu, Chairman of the Amaravati Development Committee and National Vice President of the All India Panchayati Parishad, called on Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu to establish a Smrithi Vanam (memorial park) in Amaravati in honour of Raja Vasireddy. He proposed preserving Mahendra Vilas, the Rajas ancestral residence, and converting it into a museum to showcase his life and legacy. Speaking to TNIE, Veeranjaneyulu noted that while the TDP government had initiated plans for a 2018 memorial, it was shelved after a change in leadership. With the capital project revitalised, he stressed that this is the opportunity to permanently memorialise the Rajas vision. Raja Vasireddy Venkatadri Naidu ruled over 552 villages across Rajahmundry, Nandigama, and Guntur, relocating his capital from Chintapalli to Dhanyakataka (modern-day Dharanikota). He promoted peace, prosperity, and culture, constructing the Amaralingeswara Swamy temple and the Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple. British Surveyor General Colin Mackenzie, who visited in 1797, lauded the towns architectural splendour.
Permanent solution for stagnant water in Rajahmundry area
The legislator laid a foundation stone for construction of the pump house and pipeline in the area on Thursday
AP: Pastor found dead under suspicious circumstances in Godavari
Amaravati: A pastor was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Andhra Pradeshs East Godavari district on Tuesday. The body of Praveen Pagadala was found next to his motorbike by the roadside at Kondamuru near Rajahmundry. His death sparked tension near the Government Hospital in Rajahmundry, where his relatives and Christian groups staged a protest, demanding Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rajahmundry Government Arts College student secures IASc Summer Research Internship
Under the mentorship of Ashima Bhattacharjee of Amity University, Kolkata, Ms. Shreeya will do her internship for two months
Mr. Anil Kumar did not surrender before the prison authorities on March 11 as directed by the High Court of Andhra Pradesh; The Prison Superintendent writes to the court for further action for failing to adhere to the latters order.
Two drown in Godavari river in Rajahmundry as heavy winds sweep boat
Rajahmundry: Two persons were drowned in the Godavari river here in East Godavari district when the boat they were travelling in was swept aside due to heavy winds, said a police official on Tuesday. The accident occurred around 7:30 pm on Monday and the bodies of the deceased persons were recovered around 1 am on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Railway Board has approved Rajahmundry railway station modernization with Rs.270-crore; All assembly segments in Rajamahendravaram parliament will soon get cancer screening vehicles, said Ms. Purandeswari.
Rajahmundry gets 327-crore fly-over project
Rajahmundry ESI hospital superintendent, four doctors suspended for forging attendance
Irregularity came to light during surprise inspection by Labour Minister on February 17
5 Rajahmundry ESI Hospital Doctors Among 9 Suspended
The suspension came following a surprise inspection of the hospital by labour minister Vasamsetti Subash on Monday.
DLSA secretary offers legal aid for inmates of Rajahmundry Central Prison
New Delhi stampede: Rail Bhavan gets into huddle
NEW DELHI: Under pressure from various quarters, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday held a series of meeting at the Rail Bhavan to take stock of the safety measures during heavy passenger rush. Vaishnaw also met and briefed Home Minister Amit Shah about the stampede at the New Delhi railway station. Railways announced the names of two high administrative group officials, who will be part of the inquiry committee constituted to probe the stampede at the New Delhi Railway station. Narsingh Deo, Principal Chief Commercial Manager, Northern Railway, and Pankaj Gangwar, Principal Chief Security Commissioner, Northern Railway, are the members of the committee, the railways said. Railways directed all zones to remain on maximum alert, ensuring the safety of passengers during seasons of heavy footfall, especially in stations dealing with high numbers of passengers traveling to the Maha Kumbh. Sources said nearly 60%-70% of those attending the Kumbh are taking trains. The railway stations across Uttar Pradesh have been put on high alert following massive convergence of devotees reaching Prayagraj for holy dip at Sangam. Prayagraj and its neighbouring districts, including Ayodhya, Gonda, Varanasi, Fatehpur, Gorakhpur and Lucknow experienced huge crowd on railway stations. ADG, Railways, Prakash D has issued directives to the authorities concerned to ensure deployment of GRP personnel on all stations across the state. Heightened alert has been sounded on railway stations across Madhya Pradesh, with security being beefed, particularly at the Katni and Satna stations of the West Central Railway (WCR). There is a huge rush of devotees bound to Maha Kumbh. The rush is at its peak in Katni and Satna, the two stations on the route of long-distance trains coming from central, western and southern India to Prayagraj, police said. In Satna, in-charge IG of Rewa Saket Pandey along with administrative, health and railway officials, held a meeting on Sunday afternoon and decided to raise the number of GRP and RPF jawans up to four times at key stations. All trains towards Prayagraj from Jharkhand are overcrowded, with even people with valid reservation tickets finding it hard to board trains. According to a passenger from Hazaribagh, Premchand Prasad, who boarded the train from Koderma, trains are running without ticket collectors and RPF jawans as even they are not able to board the trains. The East Central Railway has bolstered safety measures as most passengers from Bihar are bound for Prayagraj. 'Confusing announcements triggered stampede': Delhi police say after initial probe Major stampedes across country Jan 29, 2025: 30 killed and 60 injured at Maha Kumbh July 2, 2024: 121, most of whom women, lost during a satsang by godman Bhole Baba in Hathras, UP March 31, 2023: 36 died when a well collapsed during Ram Navami at Indore temple January 1, 2022: 12 died and over a dozen injured at Vaishno Devi shrine in J&K due to heavy rush of devotees September 29, 2017: 23 dead and 36 injured in a stampede on a bridge connecting Elphinstone Road station with Parel station of Central Railway in Mumbai July 14, 2015: 27 pilgrims died and 20 injured at a bathing spot along Godavari where devotees gathered for festival in Rajahmundry, AP October 3, 2014: 32 killed and 26 injured at Gandhi Maidan in Patna, shortly after Dussehra celebrations ended October 13, 2013: 115 killed and over 100 injured during Navratri near Ratangarh temple in MPs Datia January 25, 2005: Over 340 devotees trampled to death and hundreds injured during a pilgrimage at Satara temple August 3, 2008: 162 dead, 47 hurt at Naina Devi temple in Himachals Bilaspur September 30, 2008: 250 devotees killed and 60 hurt in a stampede following rumours of a bomb at Chamunda Devi temple in Jodhpur March 4, 2010: 63 killed at Ram Janki Temple in UPs Pratapgarh where people gathered to collect clothes and food from a godman January 14, 2011: 104 Sabarimala devotees killed and over 40 injured when a jeep crashed into homebound pilgrims in Keralas Idukki November 8, 2011: 20 killed in Haridwar at Har-ki-Pauri ghat along the Ganga November 19, 2012: 20 killed and several injured as a makeshift bridge caved in, triggering a stampede during Chhath Puja at Adalat Ghat in Patna
BJP hails Union Budget 2025-26 as Developed India Budget
AP BJP president and Rajahmundry MP Daggubati Purandeswari praised the Union Budget 2025-26, calling it a people-centric budget that will drive economic growth and benefit all sectors, including agriculture, MSMEs, women, and youth.
APTDC offering Kumbh Mela bus services for pilgrims
Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) is offering special Maha Kumbh Mela bus services for pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to various locations across Uttar Pradesh. According to an APTDC press release on Thursday, the corporation will run two special bus services, departing from Tirupati and Nellore on February 11 and February 12, respectively. For reservations, individuals can contact www.aptdc.in or visit tourism.ap.gov.in . APTDC officials said the first special service will depart from Tirupati at 6 a.m. on February 11. The service will stop at various locations, including Ontimitta, Kadapa Bypass, Orvakallu, Kurnool Bypass, Hyderabad, Jabalpur, Chitrakut, Prayagraj, Kashi and Nagpur before returning. The tour will conclude in Telangana on February 17 and in Andhra Pradesh on February 18. The package cost of the tour will be between 20,000 and 22,000 for adults and between 17,200 and 19,000 for children, depending on the pickup point. However, pilgrims will need to pay their darshan, meals and refreshment charges. For additional information, pilgrims can contact APTDC officials at Tirupati, Kadapa, Kurnool and Hyderabad. The second special service will start from Nellore at 6 a.m. on February 12, travelling via Vijayawada, Rajahmundry, Annavaram, Visakhapatnam, Puri, Konark, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Chandipur, Gaya, Bodh Gaya and Kashi before reaching Prayagraj. On the return journey, the service will return to Vijayawada via Sri Kurmam and Arasavalli. The tour will conclude in Andhra Pradesh on February 18 and February 19.
RPF, GRP solve Rs.64 theft case at Vijayawada railway station
Hyderabad: In a significant achievement, a joint team of the Railway Protection Force (RPF), Government Railway Police (GRP), and Crime Investigation Branch (CIB) cracked a high-value theft case at Vijayawada railway station. The team recovered a stolen bag containing Rs.64 lakh during the operation. According to the registered complaint, on January 24, 2025, two aides of Pintu Kumar Jain were traveling from Rajahmundry to Chennai on Train No. 20896 in the B2 coach. They were carrying a bag filled with Rs.64 lakh in cash to purchase gold ornaments for business. Upon reaching Vijayawada, they realized the bag was missing and promptly reported the theft. The RPF team, led by Valleswara B Thokkala, Senior Divisional Security Commissioner, along with the CIB and GRP teams, swiftly launched an investigation. Using CCTV footage, the team identified three suspects stealing the bag and fleeing from Vijayawada station. The investigators meticulously tracked the suspects movements before and after the crime, ultimately tracing them to Rajahmundry. In a major breakthrough, on January 29, 2025, the joint team apprehended the accused - Akula Sai Kumar, Pendem Prasana Kumar, and Valluri Mahesh Kumar - at the circulating area of Vijayawada Railway Station. The Government Railway Police arrested the suspects and seized the stolen cash. The accused were later sent to judicial remand.
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Andhra Pradesh: 35-year-old woman dies after swallowing keypad cell phone
A 35-year-old woman, suffering from psychiatric issues, died after swallowing a keypad cell phone in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh.
Roof Collapse at Rajahmundry Airport Construction Site Injures Two Labourers
Vijayawada: A portion of the roof of the new terminal which is under construction, collapsed causing minor injuries to two labourers at the Rajahmundry airport at Rajamahendravaram in East Godavari at about 11.30 am on Friday. As a part of development of airports in the state, Rajahmundry airport is being developed at an estimated cost of Rs 347 crore by developing a new terminal, three aero bridges and other buildings and the works are scheduled to be completed by August. However, when the steel structure roof was getting erected as part of construction of the new terminal, a part of it caved in and no causally was reported except for minor injuries to the two labourers who were discharged from the hospital after getting treatment. Rajahmundry airport director Gnaneswara Rao said, When the erection of a roof on the steel structure was going on at the upcoming new terminal, a part of it collapsed. We are monitoring the situation.
Two workers injured as steel structure at Rajahmundry airport terminal collapses
Civil aviation experts from New Delhi and Vijayawada to investigate the reasons behind the incident
Rajahmundry Airports under construction terminal partly collapsed
Rajahmundry: A 600 sq ft section of the under-construction terminal building at Rajahmundry Airport in East Godavari district collapsed on Friday, January 24, and two people suffered minor injuries. Rajahmundry Airport Director S Gnaneswara Rao stated that the steel structure of the terminal building collapsed due to some technical reasons, which are yet to be Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Vizag woman heading to exam dies, 18 others injured
Visakhapatnam: A private bus overturned on the Gaman Bridge near Rajamahendravaram, resulting in the death of a young woman and leaving 18 others injured. The accident occurred around 1:30 a.m. on Thursday when a Kaveri Travels bus en route from Visakhapatnam to Hyderabad lost control and overturned between Komthamuru and Katheeru. The deceased has been identified as Homini Kalyani (21), a resident of Visakhapatnam who was traveling to Hyderabad for a job interview. She was accompanied by her sister Dhanalakshmi and tragically succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Of the 18 injured passengers, 10 sustained serious injuries, with five patients reported to be in critical condition. Preliminary police investigations suggest that the bus driver was allegedly under the influence of alcohol and driving negligently at the time of the accident. Rajahmundry Three Town police have launched an investigation into the cause of the tragic incident. Emergency response teams quickly mobilized, dispatching six ambulances from Rajamahendravaram to transport the injured to the government hospital. Most of the passengers were from Visakhapatnam, Tuni, and Annavaram, with a significant number being students. Among the five critically injured CH Koteswara Rao, Dhanalakshmi and Renuka are undergoing treatment at the Kakinada Government Hospital, while Tejaswini and Deekshata have been shifted to KIMS Hospital. The bus was carrying 40 passengers when the accident occurred. Local authorities, including SP Narasimha Kishore, supervised the rescue operations. The SP, while having a conversation with the Deccan Chronicle, said that the overturned bus was removed at 1 a.m. with the help of a crane, and rescue personnel worked to free trapped passengers and confirmed that only one fatality was reported.
Andhra Pradesh: Tourists Throng Papikondalu on Sankranti Eve
Sailing of tourist boats on Godavari river carrying the tourists to popular tourist destination of Papikondalu either from Polavaram or from Pochavaram has been temporarily suspended for two days from November 17 to 18 in Godavari districts. Sailing of tourist boats on Godavari river carrying the tourists to popular tourist destination of Papikondalu either from Polavaram or from Pochavaram has been temporarily suspended for two days from November 17 to 18 in Godavari districts. Vijayawada: A large number of tourists from states like Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and AP have started visiting the popular tourist destination Papikondalu on Godavari river on the Sankranti eve. Private tourism boats are being operated to Papikondalu from both the Gandi Pochamma temple and from Pochavaram. This time, nearly 35 boats including two from APTDC are running to their full capacity, carrying hundreds of tourists to Papikondalu. Tourists arrive in Rajahmundry and visit nearby temples in Annavaram and other places, proceed to the Gandi Pochamma temple and set sail on Godavari river to reach Papikondalu. They enjoy the fun while cruising on the river. They can see the thick vegetation and the hill ranges on either side of the river. They enjoy the sight of sand dunes and see the wild animals roaming in the area. A majority of these boats are double- decked. They have air-conditioning and toilet facilities. The boat operators organise some cultural programmes while sailing on the river to entertain the devotees with songs and action that suit their age. They offer breakfast, lunch and snacks to the tourists. Tourists say they are delighted at the cruising on the Godavari river as part of Sankranti celebrations. Some 15 boats are anchored at the Gandi Pochamma temple. All these are being engaged for the benefit of tourists during this season. Tourism boat operator Murali Krishna said, We are operating all our boats in the last two days and Sankranti festival will be the last festival in this season, which began during the Darasa vacation in October and continued up to Sankara this January. Tourists are excited to sail on Godavari waters and we are following all safety norms. Similarly, 20 boats are being operated from Pochavaram. Tourists mainly from Hyderabad and parts of Chhattisgarh and Odisha arrive at the Bhadrachalam temple, take darshan of Lord Ram, offer special prayers and reach Polavaram, covering over 72km by road to set sail on Godavari to reach Papikondalu. Another boat operator from Pochavaram, Sudha, said, The Rama temple at Bhadrachalam is attracting more tourists mainly from Hyderabad. They visit the temple at the first instance and take a boat ride to Papikondalu. Boat operators say they are pressing into service all their boats for a festival this time, for the first time. Nearly 2,500 to 3,000 tourists boarded the 35 boats in the last two days from both Gandhi Pochamma and Pochavaram. On the other hand, there is a demand from tourists to allow them to visit the Polavaram project and develop a tourist circuit connecting local temples like Annavaram etc before setting sail to Papikondalu. This would give a major boost to tourism and help earn good revenue also. APTDC allegedly shows little interest in promoting boat ride to Papikondalu and lesser interest in promoting temple tourism. They are reluctant about developing a website and providing advance booking of tickets for a boat ride and for darshan at temples. It also did nothing yet to develop the ghats despite collecting user charges of Rs 100 per head from the tourists. Tourists complain that there are no proper ghats and other amenities for them to spend time and relax in this area.
Special train between Vizag and Cherlapalli
Visakhapatnam :The East Coast Railway has decided to run special train services during Sankranthi between Visakhapatnam and Cherlapalli. Train No. 08523 Visakhapatnam-Cherlapalli special train will leave Visakhapatnam on January 14 (Tuesday) at 6.20 pm, which will reach Duvvada at 6.48pm and depart at 6.50 pm to reach Cherlapalli at 7.30 am the next day. In the return direction, Train No. 08524 Cherlapalli-Visakhapatanam special train will leave Cherlapalli on January 15 (Wednesday) at 10 am, which will reach Duvvada at 9.28 pm, and depart at 9.30 pm to reach Visakhapatnam at 10.30 pm. Duvvada. Samalkot, Rajahmundry, Nidadavolu, Tanuku, Bhimavaram Town, Akividu, Kaikalur, Gudivada, Rayanapadu, Khammam, Warangal, Kazipet, and Jangaon are stoppages between Visakhapatnam and Cherlapalli stations.
Stampede Deaths: Pawan Asks TTD Chairman, EO to Tender Apology
Vijayawada: Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has asked TTD functionaries the board chairman, executive officer, additional executive officer and board members -- to tender an apology to the people for the death of six pilgrims in Wednesday nights stampede in Tirupati. The death of devotees pained me a lot. This happened when our newly elected government was celebrating the first Sankranti festival, he told a public meeting at Pithapuram in Kakinada district on Friday. This government was elected by the people. We should be accountable to the people, he said. I tendered an apology to the people for these deaths, even as some people who are a part of the government committed mistakes, he said. PK said TTD chairman BR Naidu, EO Shyamala Rao and AEO Venkaiah Choudhary were in high positions and there is nothing wrong on their part tendering an apology to the people by owning the moral responsibility for the deaths. If the TTD top brass tender an apology, the deceased may not come back to life. Yet, it would be in the fitness of things if they come before the people and accept the responsibility for the lapse, he said. He exhorted the youth to be mindful of the painful situation before them and stop shouting loudly in joy after seeing him. He called upon TTD officials to stop giving VIP treatment to leaders and advised them to instead focus more on providing better services to the common people. The six-months honeymoon period for the new government was over, he asserted. With regard to Pithapuram assembly segment, the Dy CM called upon the police to strictly maintain law and order, and take to task the youths who trouble women and are getting addicted to ganja. Earlier in the day, the Dy CM inaugurated 12,500 Gokulas set up across the state as part of Palle Panduranga-Panchayat week-long programme at Pithapuram. He called for development of dairy farmers on the lines of those in New Zealand. He vowed all support to these farmers to see such a growth in their dairy business. The newly set up Gokulas would help the small dairy farmers earn Rs 10,000 to Rs 12,000 per month, he said. He said the NDA government was clearing wages to 97 lakh workers under MGNREGA to the order of Rs 5,193 promptly, except for the pending wages of Rs 2,000 crore. When the Dy CM was proceeding to Pithapuram from Rajahmundry airport by road, he stopped at Mukundavaram village of Rangampeta mandal, where two youths -- Charan and Manikanta-- were killed in a road accident. The youths were returning home on a bike after attending the pre-release event of Game Changer. PK spoke to their relatives and inquired about the incident with officials
SCR to run Janasadharan Special Trains between Charlapalli and Vizag
Hyderabad: In order to clear extra rush of passengers during Sankranti, the South Central Railway (SCR) will run Janasadharan Unreserved Special Trains between Charlapalli and Visakhapatnam as detailed below : Train No: 08534 Charlapalli Visakhapatnam (Janasadharan Unreserved special trains) will depart Charlapalli at 12.30 am and arrive Visakhapatnam at 2.20 pm the same day on January 11, 13, 16 and 18. Train No: 08533 Visakhapatnam Charlapalli (Janasadharan Unreserved special trains) will depart Visakhapatnam at 9.45 am and arrive at 10.30 pm the same day) on January 10, 12, 15 and 17. Train No. 08533 / 08534 Visakhapatnam Charlapalli Visakhapatnam Jansadharan (Unreserved) Special Trains will stop at Duvvada, Anakapalli, Yelamanchali, Tuni, Annavaram, Samalkot, Rajahmundry, Nidadavolu, Tadepalligudem, Eluru, Vijayawada, Guntur, Satenapalli, Piduguralla, Nadikudi, Miryalaguda and Nalgonda in both the directions Train No. 08538 Charlapalli Visakhapatnam (Janasadharan Unreserved special trains) will depart Charlapalli at 10 am and arrive Visakhapatnam at 10 pm the same day on January 11, 12, 16 and 17. Train No. 08537 Visakhapatnam Charlapalli (Janasadharan Unreserved special trains) will depart Visakhapatnam at 6.20 pm and arrive Charlapalli at 8 am the next day on January 10, 11, 15 and 16. Train No. 08537/08538 Visakhapatnam Charlapalli Visakhapatnam Jansadharan (Unreserved) Special Trains will stop at Duvvada, Anakapalli, Yelamanchali, Tuni, Annavaram, Samalkot, Rajahmundry, Nidadavolu, Tadepalligudem, Eluru, Vijayawada, Guntur, Satenapalli, Piduguralla, Nadikudi, Miryalaguda and Nalgonda in both the directions. All these Jansadharan special trains shall consists of Unreserved Coaches to facilitate passengers travelling in general coaches.
Tirupati deaths akin to Godavari Pushkaralu casualties in 2015
Vijayawada: The deaths of six pilgrims and injuries to over 40 more in the stampede in Tirupati on Wednesday have similarities in relation to the killing of 29 pilgrims during the Godavari Pushkaralu in Rajahmundry on July 14, 2015. The 2015 stampede took place when the gates were opened suddenly to allow the pilgrims to move in at a time in large numbers. In Tirupati, as a large number of pilgrims arrived in advance to get tickets to take darshan of Lord Venkateswara on the eve of Vaikunta Ekadasi festival from January 10 to 12. The opening of a gate for an emergency purpose led to the stampede deaths, During the Godavari Pushkaralu, a large number of devotees had turned up at the main bathing ghat on the banks of Godavari river, called Pushkar ghat, to take holy dip at the auspicious time of 6.26am on July 14. They were forced to wait outside the gates of Pushkar ghat from the early hours of the day for nearly two hours, even as the day temperature was rising. This delay or wait was because the then chief minister Chandrababu Naidu along with his family members abruptly reached there and took a holy dip along with other VIPs and moved out of the ghat to change his dress. This took time. As the VVIP stepped out of the Pushkar ghat, the East Godavari administration gave the nod to the police to allow the devotees to step into the ghat to take the holy dip in the river. When the gates were opened, thousands of pilgrims waiting for several hours rushed towards the ghat by breaking all the barricades. It took the form of a stampede in front of the two gates leading to the ghat. This caused the death of 27 persons, mainly the aged ones on the spot, and two more died while undergoing treatment in the hospitals. Though an inquiry commission led by retired high court judge, Justice Somayajulu was appointed, it made a laughing stock of itself. It concluded that the stampede took place due to the arrival of a large number of devotees at the same time to take the dip in the river. It fixed no responsibility on anyone for the stampede. The Naidu government swiftly closed the matter. With regard to ex-gratia for the Tirupati stampede, the AP government announced `25 lakh each to the families of the deceased, while the government had paid only `10 lakh each for the families of the dead in the Godavari Pushkaralu. Activists urged the state government to come up with Standard Operating Procedure, which should be followed scrupulously while allowing gatherings of a large number of people for any occasion, so as to avoid stampede deaths in the state. The police and the district administration takes maximum care only in situations when a PM or CM attends a public event.
Vasamsetti Subhash Seeks Upgrading of ESI Hospitals into Super Specialities
Vijayawada: Labour minister Vasamsetti Subhash on Wednesday highlighted the necessity of upgrading the existing four Employees State Insurance (ESI) hospitals into super-speciality institutions. Presiding over a review meeting with officials at the AP Secretariat in Amaravati, he asked officials to prepare plans in this regard. The ES hospitals are located in Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada and Tirupati. The minister asked officials of the labour department to coordinate with other departments and raise the current insurance amount for workers from 14.5 lakh to 25 lakh. He asked them to ensure that all facilities at the ESI hospitals, including diagnostic centres, dispensaries and equipment are fully functional. He maintained that patients must be able to use all available ESI services without the need to approach private institutions. Subhash observed that lack of inspection in factories and shops has hindered registration of ESI cards for workers. He directed officials to focus on this issue and conduct special drives, if necessary, to resolve the problem. The minister referred to requests by his ministerial colleague Kolusu Partha Sarathy and Tanuku MLA A. Radhakrishna, seeking setting up of ESI hospitals in Nuzvid and Tanuku. He wanted officials to examine these proposals and initiate action. He said proposals for promotion of doctors and other staff should be prepared quickly. Subhash asked the department to expedite approval of policies under the Chandranna insurance scheme. He underlined that steps be taken to resolve all pending claims by March of this year. He ordered department officials to eliminate the child labour system.
Venkaiah Naidu Wants Governance of AP in Telugu Language
Vijayawada : Former vice president M. Venkaiah Naidu on Wednesday declared that a person who does not know Telugu cannot be called a Telugu person. Addressing a gathering while inaugurating the second edition of World Global Conference at the Godavari Global University campus in Rajahmundry of East Godavari district, he described the obsession with English language as a sign of ignorance. The former vice president emphasised that priority must be given to the mother tongue, which will help enhance proficiency in other languages too. He asked every Telugu person to work for preservation of the Telugu language. Venkaiah Naidu called upon Telugu people to vote only for leaders who speak Telugu language at the time of elections. He wanted governance in the state to be carried out in Telugu, including issuance of official orders in Telugu. The former vice president the richness of Telugu language is reflected from the fact that it has six lakh words. He urged children to address their parents as amma and nanna, instead of mummy and daddy. Venkaiah Naidu asked those who speak Telugu language at the global level to use the language in their daily life and protect its rich heritage. He called upon people to love Telugu, promote Telugu and protect Telugu. The two-day World Global Conference is being held under the aegis of Chaitanya educational institutions led by Godavari Global University chancellor K.V.V. Chaitanya Raju. Padma Bhushan Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad was present on the occasion.
Two Ram Charan Fans die in road mishap after Game Changer Rajahmundry event
Tragedy struck after the pre-release event of Game Changer in Rajahmundry on Saturday, as two diehard fans of Ram Charan lost their lives while returning home. The event, attended by Ram Charan and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, was meant to be a celebration but ended in sorrow. The victims, Arava Manikanta and Thokada Charan from Gaigolupadu in Kakinada were riding home on a bike with friends when a van traveling in the opposite direction collided with them. Despite immediate medical attention, both succumbed to their injuries. Authorities have launched an investigation and registered a case regarding the accident. Producer Dil Raju expressed deep grief over the unfortunate incident, stating that such losses during moments of joy are truly heartbreaking. He assured full support to the victims' families, announcing a financial aid of 5 lakh for each family. As per reports, Pawan Kalyan will also contribute Rs 5 lakh to each bereaved family, extending his heartfelt condolences. Earlier, Pawan Kalyan at the pre-release event said that he was a bit anxious after witnessing such a massive turnout. He urged mega fans to be safe and take care of themselves. I am a bit tense these days and I want all our fans to be safe. I urge you all to take care of yourselves, return home safely, and avoid any kind of jostling and stampedes. You have come here for some fun, so it shouldnt turn untoward, he cautioned his cheering fans.
Game Changer event attendees killed in ADB Road crash, Pawan announces ex gratia
Kakinada : Two young men, Arav Mani Kanth and Tokada Charan, residents of Gaigolupadu in Kakinada district, tragically lost their lives in a road accident on the ADB road between Kakinada and Rajahmundry on Saturday night. The accident occurred when their motorcycle was struck by a speeding vehicle while they were returning home. Expressing deep sorrow, AP Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. The ADB road, a crucial artery connecting Kakinada and Rajahmundry, has been in a state of disrepair for the past five years due to neglect by the previous government. The lack of proper maintenance and inadequate street lighting has significantly increased the risk of accidents on this vital route, posted Kalyan on X. While the current government has initiated repair work on the road, this tragic incident highlights the urgency of addressing the safety concerns of road users. The victims, who were returning from the pre-release event of Game Changer movie, were repeatedly advised to exercise caution during their journey. On behalf of the Jana Sena, Kalyan announced that financial assistance of Rs. 5 lakh each will be provided to the bereaved families. Furthermore, the deputy CM pledged to further help the families.
